Cao Xiaobei's wedding was held on the 16th floor of the hotel. The three of us stood at the door of the staff elevator, waiting for the elevator to go up. But what was awkward was that we couldn't find a topic to talk about. So we split up on either side, remaining silent.
Finally, Ye Zhi, who is usually not very talkative, spoke first. She asked me, "Haven't you taken your driver's test yet?"
"I didn't stay in the country long enough, let's talk about it next year."
"Um."
Ye Zhi responded, and we fell silent again until the elevator doors opened.
Because it was an elevator reserved for internal staff, there were only the three of us in the entire elevator car. I can accurately describe my feelings at that moment, but it was as if I could hear their breathing. I couldn't help but feel a little dazed and confused...
Suddenly, Yang Sisi asked Ye Zhi, "Do you have a mirror? I want to touch up my makeup."
Ye Zhi was slightly taken aback, then replied, "Yes, wait a moment."
As she spoke, she took out a miniature makeup mirror from her bag; at the same time, Yang Sisi also took out a lipstick from her bag and began applying it in front of the mirror.
"The color of your lipstick is really pretty!"
"Really? I have one that I haven't used yet. I'll give it to you."
As Yang Sisi spoke, she took out an identical lipstick from her bag and handed it back to Ye Zhi along with the mirror.
"Thanks."
"nothing."
After that polite remark, Yang Sisi looked away from Ye Zhi and stared blankly at the display screen showing the floor information. Ye Zhi looked like she wanted to say something but hesitated. However, the elevator didn't give her another chance to speak. We had already arrived at the 16th floor. The moment the elevator doors opened, it became lively.
I saw Cao Xiaobei's wedding photo with that woman, hanging on the ceremonial table. Cao Xiaobei, dressed smartly, was greeting the guests, while Cao Jinbo, as the head of the household, stood not far away. An'an stood next to Cao Jinbo, occasionally forcing a somewhat forced smile at the guests. And ever since we got off the elevator, Ye Zhi had gone over to Cao Jinbo's side before us...
The scene was noisy, and I couldn't hear what she and Cao Jinbo were saying. Anyway, she went into the inner area before us.
Following closely behind, Yang Sisi and I arrived at Cao Xiaobei and Cao Jinbo's side. When Cao Xiaobei saw Yang Sisi, he was initially delighted, but then his expression sombered. Finally, Yang Sisi smiled and said to him, "I promised you that I would be there to congratulate you on your wedding... Although it's a long way, I still kept my promise... Enough said, I wish you a happy marriage and hope you will be happy together forever!"
Cao Xiaobei remained silent for a long time. Yang Sisi nudged me again and said, "You and Xiaobei are old friends too."
"On such an important day, aren't you going to say something to him?"
While Yang Sisi was talking to me, Cao Jinbo and An'an, who were greeting the others, also turned their attention to me, probably curious about what I would say to Cao Xiaobei. However, I felt a little uncomfortable because I knew better than anyone that he didn't marry for love, so saying anything to congratulate him would seem insincere. But if I didn't say anything, it wouldn't be right either, since I had come all this way to congratulate him.
Unexpectedly, Cao Xiaobei, facing everyone's gaze, spoke to me first, saying, "I heard you've been developing your career in Thailand recently, and Sisi has also bought a house there... I'm actually quite envious of you. I don't need any words of blessing from you, I just hope you can treat Sisi well in the future... It's not easy to find a partner who's willing to go to the ends of the earth with you... If you can cherish this relationship, that would be the best gift for me..."
After a brief pause, Cao Xiaobei smiled wistfully and continued, "I'm really happy that you and Sisi could come to my wedding... Although I've never considered you a friend, you are indeed the least like-minded friend I've ever had. Because of you, I've learned that deep affection can be betrayed, and that not all efforts are rewarded... I've stopped riding motorcycles and found something to do, which is a promising and legitimate business... Anyway, I've changed my mind. I think being a mature man is quite good; at least I won't be a burden to others..."
While Cao Xiaobei was talking to me, his bride walked over from the other side. Cao Jinbo quickly interrupted him, saying, "Xiaobei, you can get together privately another day. You should focus on doing your job well. Today's guests are all VIPs, so please take good care of them and don't neglect them..."
Cao Xiaobei glanced at Yang Sisi again before nodding. I tactfully walked away from him and went to Cao Jinbo, smiling, "President Cao, congratulations on becoming such a big winner in life! Not only is Xiaobei young and promising, but your bride is also elegant and graceful. She will undoubtedly be a pillar of support for Xiaobei in the future. They say starting a business is easy, but maintaining it is difficult, but you don't have to worry about that at all. You truly have a successor!"
"You still can't shake your habit of speaking with hidden meanings... Are you laughing at me for getting old?"
"That's not what I meant..."
As I spoke, I looked around and said, "There are still so many guests waiting to be entertained, so I won't take up any more of your time... If I have the chance, I will definitely sincerely ask you for advice on life. I'll send my blessings first today."
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